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19th Century Aquatint of Canezou
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19th Century Aquatint of Canezou

19th century
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A 19th Century Aquatint of the famous racehorse Canezou, winner of the Thousand guineas in 1848, owned by the future Earl of Derby. Presented in a lovely antique silver gilt frame. All in good order

Physical Dimensions
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
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Youlls Antiques has dated this 19th Century Equestrian Aquatint to the 19th Century.

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SA1143397
Description
A 19th Century Aquatint of the famous racehorse Canezou, winner of the Thousand guineas in 1848, owned by the future Earl of Derby. Presented in a lovely antique silver gilt frame. All in good order
Height
62cm (24.41")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Youlls Antiques has dated this 19th Century Equestrian Aquatint to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143397
Youlls Antiques
Youlls Antiques
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Youlls antiques are a family business working in the trade for over three generations.

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A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape.
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Archive I A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape.

19th Century Aquatint of Canezou

Archive II A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape. View II
Archive III A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape. View VI
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27-28 Charnham St
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 OEJ
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape.
19th Century Aquatint of Canezou
Ref: SA1143397
A 19th-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicting a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape.
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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century Equestrian
  • MaterialPaper, Ink, Gilt Wood, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsEquestrian portraiture, Jockey attire, Gilt frame moulding, Landscape background
  • SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 84 cm (33 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

This nineteenth-century framed equestrian aquatint print depicts a dark racehorse with a jockey, accompanied by two figures in traditional attire set against a landscape background. The composition uses paper and ink under glass, enclosed within a gilt wood frame decorated with tiered mouldings. Signs of age include scattered foxing spots across the paper surface and subtle wear along the frame edges. The piece measures 62 cm high, 84 cm wide, and 3 cm deep. Position this artwork above the mantel in a gentleman's library or a study to complement traditional equestrian decor. The rich tones of the print and the gilded framing suit period interiors and heritage-style rooms. Hang it securely on a wall using appropriate hardware to display the racing scene within a home setting.

Aquatint is an intaglio etching technique that creates tonal variation rather than distinct lines, widely used during the 18th and 19th centuries to print detailed depictions of racehorses and field sports.

These prints were produced using copper or zinc plates etched with acid through a resin ground, then finished with hand-applied watercolour washes onto woven rag paper.

Authentic period aquatints feature fine plate mark impressions around the margin borders, layered hand-painted watercolour washes, and characteristic natural age marks or foxing on heavy paper.

Position the framed print prominently above a mantelpiece or console table to add historical texture, depth, and traditional tone to contemporary wall displays.

Display the artwork away from direct sunlight and high humidity, utilizing UV-filtering protective glass and acid-free mounting materials to prevent discolouration over time.
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